Blog - Epic Gardening

How To Grow Wasabi: Complex But Rewarding

Published December 14, 2021

Knowing how to grow wasabi grants you an endless supply of this zingy Japanese condiment. We explain this tricky plant’s needs!

Published December 9, 2021

Both BT spray and powder are commonly-used organic pesticides. But what exactly is BT? We provide insight on these useful soil bacteria!

Published December 8, 2021

Warm climate gardeners can grow and enjoy the tropical nutmeg tree… and get both nutmeg and mace as a result! We explain how to do it.

Published November 29, 2021

Clubroot strikes out against cruciferous plants, reducing their ability to absorb water from the soil. We explore preventative measures.

Published November 29, 2021

Proper astilbe care will produce a display of gorgeous astilbe flowers to brighten your garden spaces! Our guide reveals our top tips.

Published November 28, 2021

Whether you’re going on a cleaning binge or just making lunch, growing luffa gets you what you need! We share our top growing tips!

Published November 28, 2021

Can you grow a sweet potato vine indoors? We talk about options for overwintering your existing vine or starting new vines.

Published November 27, 2021

The yarrow plant will bring all the pollinators to your yard! We discuss this lovely flower and how to grow it in your garden.

Published November 22, 2021

Not enough people put leaf mulch to use in their gardens, and they should. These lovely gifts from deciduous trees build incredible soil!

Published November 20, 2021

What are the easiest vegetables to grow? We dive in and give our top picks for great starter veggies for both new gardeners and old!

Published November 20, 2021

For a tangy treat, learning how to grow dill microgreens may be the best answer. These little morsels are flavor-packed and great on food!

Published November 15, 2021

The vanilla orchid is beautiful, but do you know how to grow vanilla beans from that lovely plant? We delve into this complex topic!